Dog-Friendly Camping near Shonto, AZ

18 campgrounds · Check availability for any dates.

Search destinations
    Add dates

    Monument Valley KOA accommodates pets at tent sites, RV spaces, cabins, yurts, and glamping facilities, offering diverse accommodation options for travelers with animals. The campground provides full hookups with 50-amp service, picnic tables, and fire rings at pet-friendly sites. Gouldings RV and Campground maintains clean facilities with an indoor swimming pool accessible to guests traveling with pets. Sites at these campgrounds are relatively close together with limited privacy, but the stunning red rock views compensate for the compact layout. Roam America Horseshoe Bend earns high marks for its pet-friendly cabins and camping areas, maintaining a 4.7-star rating from visitors traveling with animals.

    Hiking trails accessible from several pet-friendly campgrounds provide exercise opportunities for dogs on leash. Monument Valley's distinctive landscape offers unique terrain for morning and evening dog walks, though daytime temperatures require careful planning during summer months when ground surfaces can become too hot for paw pads. Tent campers with pets should note that Page Lake Powell Campground allows animals but provides minimal shade, making proper shelter essential for pet comfort. Pack extra water for dogs, as drinking sources can be limited at some sites, particularly at Sleeping Bear Campground which permits pets but lacks water hookups. Wild animals and feral dogs occasionally visit campgrounds in the region, requiring vigilance when camping with pets.

    Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Shonto (18)

      1. sunset view free campground

      5.0(5)9mi from ShontoRVs, Tents

      "Perfect just off the highway 9 miles. Free and has working toilet with sinks! Trails to hike and the best campsites 11-16."

      "Navajo National Monument visitor center and several hiking trails are right here. Dark skies, beautiful sunsets. A great place to stop if you're going to Monument Valley."

      2. Sunset View Campground

      5.0(2)9mi from ShontoRVs, Tents

      "Well reviewed on Google, People saying there's clean bathrooms and nice trails nearby and it's FREE! First come first serve."

      3. Sunset View Campground

      4.5(2)9mi from ShontoRVs

      "Several hiking trails around the canyon."

      4. Gouldings RV and Campground

      4.5(42)38mi from ShontoRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "I was not gonna miss it this time around. We were able to grab a site day of with no issues. Site was clean and organized, no neighbors around us. Showers were a definite plus!"

      "If you get to the campgrounds early enough you can set up a tent at the edge. This way you will have a clear view of Monument Valley with no other tents or distractions in the way."

      5. Page Lake Powell Campground

      3.8(51)49mi from ShontoRVs, Tents

      "Conveniently located near all page attractions. Sites were nice and big. Had an indoor pool and hot tub."

      "Pet friendly."

      from $28 - $125 / night

      Check Availability

      6. Hummingbird Campground

      4.6(28)41mi from Shonto3 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "It was super close to entrance of Monument valley. Soft sand for tents that made it super comfortable and they even have an amazing hike- we did it at sunrise and loved it."

      "They have some friendly dogs that just might walk with you on their trail to the overlook. Also, highly recommend the Navajo Taco dinner they offer."

      from $30 / night

      Check Availability

      7. Monument Valley KOA

      4.3(26)41mi from ShontoRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "We are trying to camp on a budget, and at nearly $150 a night, the budget was blown."

      "Activities/Amenities: Dog park, playground, laundry with three washers and three dryers ($4 per load for both which was very reasonable)."

      from $45 - $100 / night

      Check Availability

      8. The View Campground

      3.9(20)41mi from ShontoRVs, Glamping

      "Hike-in for tents but drive-in for campers & RVs. Sunsets and the stars are breathtaking."

      "The View Campground is located in Monument Valley on the Navajo Tribal land. There is an additional $5 fee to enter the tribal area, in addition to the camping fee."

      from $20 - $180 / night

      Check Availability

      9. Sleeping Bear Campground

      4.7(20)45mi from ShontoRVs, Tents

      "Having drove past the packed KOA campground in Monument Vally, we arrived at Sleeping Bear with huge smiles on our faces... couldn't believe what a beautiful location it was and only one other van there"

      "Grill and picnic tables close by. Entire site to ourselves absolutely perfect."

      from $25 / night

      10. Roam America Horseshoe Bend

      4.8(13)48mi from ShontoRVs, Cabins

      "Wonderful large dog park and the best laundry facilities I've seen. Highly recommend!!"

      "It's in a nice location, with attractive cliffs all around, and it's actually pretty close to Antelope Canyon and very close to Page itself. "

      from $73 - $80 / night

      Check Availability

    2026 Explorer Giveaway

    Review Campgrounds. Win Prizes.

    Enter to Win

    Drive Time


    Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Shonto, AZ

    281 Reviews of 18 Shonto Campgrounds


    • Hannah S.
      Mar. 21, 2024

      Page Lake Powell Campground

      2 nights mid March

      Cheapest campground for RV full hookup in area. Conveniently located near all page attractions. Sites were nice and big. Had an indoor pool and hot tub. Dog park was pretty much a joke for big dogs and the tree branches are a bit of an issue in places when driving a big rig though. Otherwise clean, safe and great location!

    • Carlyne F.
      Feb. 11, 2021

      Page Lake Powell Campground

      Page Lake Powell Campground, AZ

      The campground is conveniently located close to Horseshoe Bend and Lake Powell. There are biking, hiking and running trails nearby. There is a playground with a trail around it in the campground, but there is not a dog park.

      The sites are pull through, gravel sites with full hook-ups. They were slightly uneven, but spacious. The bathroom amenities weren’t clean, there was hair all over the shower. They also provide wagon rentals which looked pretty neat, if you don’t have a camper, but want to stay overnight in the area.

      Overall, we enjoyed our stay but wouldn’t rate the bathroom/shower amenities highly.

    • Lynn G.The Dyrt PRO User
      Mar. 20, 2023

      Monument Valley KOA

      YAY! Full Hook Ups…BOO! Super Expensive

      What can I say - it was pouring rain and our free, dispersed campground was washed out! We called Gouldings, but they were full. The KOA had a pull thru full hook up site. We are trying to camp on a budget, and at nearly $150 a night, the budget was blown. I do want to say that we really really enjoyed having full hook ups and had a chance to catch up on Laundry, so there’s that. Also, it was very close to Monument Valley and we had fun. We were able to scout out our next camping location as well. The Wi-Fi was down for a while and then it started working. It was not busy in the campground. They had a very nice dog park. All in all, we really liked the park, just not the price!

    • Donna H.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 1, 2024

      Roam America Horseshoe Bend

      The staff greeted me with a cappuccino! Excellent!

      I absolutely loved this campground. The staff were wonderful, the entire park was fresh and clean, and I don't care if you have a fully-equipped bathroom in your RV...you have to checkout their showers. It's a spa. Not kidding. If there was one downside it was that there are few trees for shade, but it was early enough in the year that it wasn't an issue. Wonderful large dog park and the best laundry facilities I've seen. Highly recommend!!

    • Lauren M.
      Jun. 10, 2019

      The View Campground

      Incredible!

      Stunning views from every angle. Hike-in for tents but drive-in for campers & RVs. Sunsets and the stars are breathtaking. No pets (at least for tent sites), clean bathrooms, walking distance from hotel/restaurant that they have on site. Must reserve online for peak seasons. If going to monument valley, I highly recommend stopping here!

    • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
      Nov. 26, 2023

      Monument Valley KOA

      A smaller KOA

      General: 56-site campground with a mix of 50-amp pull-thru, 30-amp pull-thru, 30-amp back-in, and 30-amp tent/RV sites. All sites have water and electricity. 

      Site Quality: All sites are gravel and level. As expected in an RV park, there is no separation/privacy between sites. Our back-in 30-amp site had a picnic table, electricity, and water. However, the picnic table was on the opposite side of the water and electricity, which was confusing. 

      Bath/Shower house: Very clean. Nice hot water and pressure in the shower (turn the hot water all the way to the left to get the hot water going).

      Activities/Amenities: Dog park, playground, laundry with three washers and three dryers ($4 per load for both which was very reasonable). Although the laundry did say it was open 24/7, when we checked in, the sheet advised us that the last load of laundry had to be in by 7 pm. There is a store open from 8 am– 8 pm. Horse tours can also be booked from the campground. 

      We stayed here as we needed to fill up on water and had booked a Monument Valley sunrise tour and the KOA was one of the pick-up sites. We were able to go on our tour and be back before check-out at 11 am. There are nice views from the campground.

    • Nicole T.
      Oct. 27, 2020

      Page Lake Powell Campground

      Convenient location, close to Horseshoe Bend

      A nice and serviceable campground.  Gets the job done.   It's BIG, plenty of options.  Adequately spaced.    Bath house was clean with code lock.  Showers included.   Pet friendly.

    • J
      May. 8, 2024

      Page Lake Powell Campground

      Noisiest campground we’ve ever stayed in.

      This  rv park is directly on an extremely busy Coppermine Road. Our space was the closest one to the driveway entrance. Air conditioning, earplugs, and white noise did nothing to quell the sound for a good night sleep.

      Wi-Fi was intermittent at best but for the three days we were here we were able to log on one time. Kept saying unable to connect wrong password which wasn’t the case. Bring some DVDs because there is no TV availability. Even with our cable hook up may be a satellite for people work, but we don’t have one. Most people have dogs, and apparently leash requirements are not enforced. We have a cat and I couldn’t even take her out on her leash due to all the loose dogs. Most people have no regard and walk through your campsite back-and-forth to the office. We were one row away from the office,#82.  

      That being said, the sites level, and the hook ups were OK

      Although it was extremely windy for a day, I think I would have spent the extra money and stayed at one of the campsites near the  marina much quieter, and well maintained.

      Did not use the pool or spa as it was loaded with kids and families were not real big on indoor facilities anyway. Sorry to make. Out first review such a downer but had we known we would’ve moved on and not stayed here. Very few healthy options for eating in town might do best with the deli at Safeway. We did have a nice lunch Canyon brewery.

    • Patrick P.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 13, 2025

      Monument Valley KOA

      Nice location

      Good location near the monument valley entrance and the border of utah and Arizona. This place is great and has everything you need. A little expensive and feel some other options in the area provide better value.


    Guide to Shonto

    Campgrounds near Shonto sit at elevations around 5,000-6,000 feet, creating moderate temperatures compared to lower desert regions. Summer evenings typically cool to the 50s and 60s°F, while daytime temperatures can reach 85-95°F. Most campgrounds in this area feature dirt or gravel pads with minimal natural shade, making portable shade structures practical additions during summer visits.

    What to do

    Morning hikes: Explore at sunrise when temperatures remain cool. Near Hummingbird Campground, campers can access "an amazing hike- we did it at sunrise and loved it," according to Jordan, who also notes "they even have a dog that went on the hike with us."

    Monument Valley photography: Plan for specific times when lighting conditions maximize color. At Sleeping Bear Campground, visitors find "amazing views at sunset, quiet, and we saw horses around in the morning," as reported by Christelle H., who found the location "wonderful" for photography.

    Cultural experiences: Book Navajo-led activities directly from local campground hosts. Jennifer M. from Arrowhead Campground mentions "the host's mom makes delicious Navajo fry bread for $18 a plate," while noting the campground's proximity to Monument Valley's attractions.

    What campers like

    Privacy levels: Less crowded alternatives exist outside the main tourist areas. Arrowhead Campground has "only 6 sites total making this place very private," according to Amber, who recommends "site #5 is furthest from toilet but also furthest from anyone else" and provides "fantastic views" with "soft red sand."

    Night sky viewing: Minimal light pollution creates exceptional stargazing conditions. At The View Campground, Elle B. reports "a high, bright moon made it easy to see and get around, and provided one of the most majestic views of the rock formations I can imagine. We kept the tent fly off to enjoy the views all night."

    Access to water recreation: Lake Powell options within driving distance. Christian M. notes that at Antelope Point RV Park, "being a walk or little drive to the boat ramp and having access to Lake Powell is awesome," making it a good option for those wanting to combine desert and water activities.

    What you should know

    Water availability limitations: Bring extra supplies as many campgrounds have no running water. According to Kirby M., Page Lake Powell Campground had issues where "the water and electric hookups were not working when we arrived—and we still had no running water the next morning," highlighting the importance of bringing your own water supply.

    Wind conditions: Secure all equipment as sudden strong gusts frequently occur. John A. warns about Arrowhead Campground: "When the wind is up, it howls through the area. I don't think you could find a campground within thirty miles that was protected from it. That said, the sand blows through Arrowhead pretty severely."

    Road access considerations: Check conditions before arrival as many access roads are unpaved. Katie M. notes that Sleeping Bear Campground has signs "along highway 163" but "there is no website for the place, no email and I'm not truly sure that's a real phone number," emphasizing the need for self-sufficiency.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Shonto, AZ?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Shonto, AZ is sunset view free campground with a 5-star rating from 5 reviews.

    What is the best site to find dog-friendly camping near Shonto, AZ?

    TheDyrt.com has all 18 dog-friendly camping locations near Shonto, AZ, with real photos and reviews from campers.